Despite President Trump\u2019s promises to cut spending, federal outlays have surged by \\$220 billion compared to the previous year. While the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency claims significant savings, these figures remain unverified. Much of the increased spending has gone to entitlement programs, defense, and debt interest, raising questions about the administration\u2019s fiscal strategy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"